Job Description:
The Dolan School of Business at Fairfield University invites applications for two tenure-track positions at the Assistant Professor level in the Finance Department, beginning Fall 2026 and subject to budget approval. Candidates must have completed a Ph.D. in Finance by September 1, 2026 and have an active research program with demonstrated potential to publish high quality research in peer-reviewed journals. All areas of finance will be considered. Candidates must have a strong commitment to engaged teaching. Commitment to innovation and demonstrated excellence in using technology in the classroom are required. A faculty member may teach at either the Fairfield and/or Bridgeport campus in person and online. Service to the department, school of business, university, community, and profession is expected.
Founded in 1942, Fairfield University is a Catholic, Jesuit institution, located in the scenic shoreline community of Fairfield, CT, one hour from New York City along Long Island Sound. Fairfield University earned the #28 spot for Best Undergraduate Teaching among national universities and was the highest-ranked institution among the 60 schools moving into U.S. News & World Report’s Best National Universities ranking for the first time in 2023. The Dolan School of Business at Fairfield University is AACSB International accredited and is ranked among U.S. News’ and Princeton Review’s best undergraduate and graduate on-campus business schools. The University’s 200-acre campus includes five College and Professional Schools that enroll nearly 5,000 undergraduate students and more than 1,200 graduate students. The Dolan School of Business educates approximately 40% of the University’s undergraduate students and 20% of the University’s graduate students. Finance is the largest major on campus with more than 1000 majors and a quarter of the graduating class. Finance undergraduate (graduate) program is ranked #16 (#25) by U.S. News and World Report.
The salary and benefits for the position are competitive. Review of applications will begin immediately. First round interviews will take place at the 2025 Financial Management Association Meeting October 22 - 25 2025 in in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada and via Zoom. Complete applications received by October 30, 2025 will be guaranteed full consideration.
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Full applications require:
cover letter
curriculum vitae
reprints of published work or a writing sample of current research
statement of teaching philosophy and teaching evaluations (if available)
two letters of reference.
Please Note: If you have more than 5 documents to attach to your application, please combine them into 5 or fewer documents.
Questions can be directed to Prof. Sila Alan, Search Committee Co-Chair [email protected].
Category:
Academic - Faculty Tenure/Tenure Track
Performs such other duties, responsibilities, and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/University needs indicate.
*Disclaimer
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